Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Motorcycle care and storage
Troubleshooting charts
Starting problems or poor engine performance
Starting problems or poor engine performance
Engine overheating
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot.
S ...
Matte color caution
NOTICE
Some models are equipped with
matte colored finished parts. Be
sure to consult a Yamaha dealer for
advice on what products to use before
cleaning the vehicle. Using a
brush, harsh ch ...
Other materials:
Checking the coolant level
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Check:
Coolant level
The coolant level should be between the
maximum level mark "a" and minimum level
mark "b".
Below the minimum level mark → Add t ...
Shifting
Shifting
Shift pedal
Neutral position
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the illustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neutral
position, press the ...
Checking the starter motor
1. Check:
Commutator
Dirt Clean with 600 grit
sandpaper.
2. Measure:
Commutator diameter "a"
Out of specification Replace
the starter
motor.
3. Measure:
Mica undercut "a"
Out of specification Scrape
the mica to the
proper measurement with a hacksaw blade
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